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Angelina Jolie For Vogue Japan’s July Issue

What can Japan’s diverse tapestry of artisans and pioneers teach one of Hollywood’s brightest stars? As part of her ongoing partnership with Guerlain's Women for Bees project, VOGUE JAPAN invites Angelina Jolie to embark on a vivid journey of discovery that spans beekeeping, indigo dyeing, and psychedelic wigs.

Now a seasoned pro, she puts a contemporary spin on the ancient art form: taking inspiration from hip-hop culture and graffiti, she pushes the boundaries of the practice beyond kanji, incorporating kana and the roman alphabet into her work. They signify ‘no entry beyond this point’, serving as a tool to mark the boundary between two realms,” explains Tosei Shinabe, a Zen monk who teaches zazen meditation at Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto. A revolutionary figure in the global fashion industry, Kono takes an innovative approach to hair extensions; his multi-colored wigs sprayed with anime eyes are instantly recognizable, while he decorates others with hearts, butterflies, and flames.

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